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Bangladesh Jewellers Association (BAJUS) has cut the price of gold by Tk 1,691 per bhori, setting the price of 22-carat gold at Tk 2,29,081 per bhori, including VAT. The new price come into effect from 10am Monday, BAJUS said in a notice issued in the morning. According to the notice, the price of pure gold, locally known as Tejabi gold, has declined in the local market. Considering the overall market situation, BAJUS has revised the prices of gold, including VAT. Under the new rates, 21-carat gold will cost Tk 2,18,817 per bhori, while 18-carat gold will be priced at Tk 1,87,907 per bhori. The price of traditional-method gold has been set at Tk 1,53,498 per bhori. One bhori of gold is equivalent to 11.664 grams. BAJUS said making charges will apply depending on the design of jewellery. Since VAT is already included in the selling prices of gold and silver jewellery, jewellers cannot collect VAT separately from customers. For jewellery exchange, 12 percent will be deducted, while 18 percent will be deducted in case of purchase, excluding making charges and the value of stones. No separate VAT deduction will be applicable in exchange and purchase transactions, it said. The revised prices will remain effective at all jewellery shops until further notice, BAJUS said. Earlier on Sept 30, BAJUS had cut the price of 22-carat gold by Tk 2,216 per bhori to Tk 2,30,772, including VAT. At that time, 21-carat gold was priced at Tk 2,20,391 per bhori, 18-carat gold at Tk 1,89,248 and traditional-method gold at Tk 1,54,606. The prices took effect from 10am that day. With Monday’s adjustment, gold prices have been revised 121 times in the country so far this year. Prices have been increased 59 times, reduced 61 times and adjusted once for VAT. Meanwhile, silver prices remained unchanged. At present, 22-carat silver is selling at Tk 4,316 per bhori, including VAT, while 21-carat silver is priced at Tk 4,141, 18-carat silver at Tk 3,558 and traditional-method silver at Tk 2,683 per bhori. Silver prices have been adjusted 73 times so far this year, with 36 increases and 37 decreases.

Bangladesh Jewellers Association (BAJUS) has reduced gold prices again, cutting the price of 22-carat gold by Tk 2,216 per bhori to Tk 228,556 including VAT. In a notice issued on Tuesday, BAJUS said the revised prices came into effect at 10:00am the same day. According to the notice, the price adjustment followed a decline in the price of pure gold in the local market. Under the new rates, 22-carat gold costs Tk 228,556 per bhori (11.664 grams), while 21-carat gold is priced at Tk 218,292, 18-carat gold at Tk 187,440 and traditional-method gold at Tk 153,148 per bhori, including VAT. BAJUS said the prices would remain effective at all jewellery shops until further notice. Making charges will vary depending on the design of the ornaments. As VAT is included in the selling prices of gold and silver jewellery, customers cannot be charged VAT separately. The association's existing rules on exchanging and purchasing ornaments, excluding applicable VAT, making charges and stone costs, will remain in force. Earlier, on September 28, BAJUS reduced the price of 22-carat gold by Tk 2,158 per bhori to Tk 230,772, including VAT. With the latest adjustment, gold prices have been revised 119 times in the domestic market so far this year, with 58 increases, 60 reductions and one VAT adjustment. Alongside gold, BAJUS has also reduced silver prices by Tk 175 per bhori, setting the price of 22-carat silver at Tk 4,316, including VAT. Under the revised rates, 21-carat silver costs Tk 4,141 per bhori, 18-carat silver Tk 3,558 and traditional-method silver Tk 2,683. Silver prices have been adjusted 73 times in the domestic market so far this year, with 36 increases and 37 reductions.

The Bangladesh Jewellers Association (Bajus) has raised the price of gold in the local market, reversing three consecutive rounds of cuts, with a hike of Tk 1,050 per bhori. According to a notice issued by Bajus on Saturday morning, the new price of 22-carat gold, inclusive of VAT, has been fixed at Tk 232,930 per bhori, effective from 10 am the same day. The association said the adjustment was made in view of the overall market situation following a rise in the price of pure gold (tejabi gold) in the local market. Under the new pricing, per bhori (11.664 grams) of 21-carat gold will cost Tk 222,491, 18-carat gold Tk 191,056, and traditional (Sanatan) gold Tk 156,064, all inclusive of VAT. Bajus said the new rates will remain in effect at all jewellery shops until further notice, though making charges will apply depending on jewellery design. Since VAT is already included in the sale price of gold and silver ornaments, it cannot be collected separately from customers. The association's existing rules for ornament exchange and purchase, excluding specified VAT, making charges and stone costs, will remain unchanged. Bajus had last adjusted gold prices in the morning of September 11, cutting the rate by Tk 2,158 per bhori to fix 22-carat gold at Tk 231,880 per bhori including VAT, effective from 10 am that day. At the time, 21-carat gold was priced at Tk 221,441, 18-carat at Tk 190,123, and Sanatan gold at Tk 155,306 per bhori. So far in 2026, gold prices have been adjusted 115 times in the local market, with 57 hikes, 57 cuts, and one VAT adjustment. Despite the rise in gold prices, silver prices remained unchanged. Currently, 22-carat silver, including VAT, is being sold at Tk 5,016 per bhori, while 21-carat silver is priced at Tk 4,782, 18-carat at Tk 4,082, and Sanatan silver at Tk 3,091 per bhori. Silver prices have been adjusted 69 times so far in 2026, with 35 hikes and 34 cuts.

Bangladesh Jewellers Association (BAJUS) has cut gold prices by Tk 7,115 per bhori after four consecutive increases, setting the price of 22-carat gold at Tk 2,40,628 per bhori including VAT. The new prices came into effect at 10am on Saturday, BAJUS said in a notice. The association said the price of locally sourced Tejabi gold (pure gold) had declined, prompting it to revise gold prices after reviewing the overall market situation. Under the new rates, one bhori (11.664 grammes) of 22-carat gold will cost Tk 2,40,628, while 21-carat gold will be priced at Tk 2,29,781 per bhori. The price of 18-carat gold has been fixed at Tk 1,97,355 per bhori, while gold under the traditional system will cost Tk 1,61,196 per bhori. The revised prices will remain effective at all jewellery shops until further notice, BAJUS said. However, labour charges will apply depending on the design of jewellery. As VAT is already included in the selling price of gold and silver jewellery, jewellers cannot collect VAT separately from customers. BAJUS also said its existing rules would remain applicable to jewellery exchange and purchase transactions, excluding specified VAT, labour charges and stone prices. The latest adjustment came four days after BAJUS raised gold prices by Tk 1,633 per bhori on Aug 25, setting the price of 22-carat gold at Tk 2,47,743 per bhori, including VAT. So far this year, gold prices have been adjusted 108 times in the domestic market. Prices have been raised 55 times, cut 52 times and adjusted once due to VAT. Silver prices also cut Alongside gold, BAJUS has also reduced silver prices by Tk 175 per bhori. The price of 22-carat silver has been set at Tk 5,307 per bhori, including VAT. The prices of 21-carat and 18-carat silver have been fixed at Tk 5,074 and Tk 4,374 per bhori, respectively. Silver under the traditional system will cost Tk 3,324 per bhori. Silver prices have been adjusted 65 times so far this year, with 34 increases and 31 decreases.

Bangladesh Jewellers Association (Bajus) has again raised the price of gold in the domestic market, hiking the rate by Tk 1,633 per bhori for 22-carat gold. With the increase, the new price of 22-carat gold, including VAT, has been set at Tk 2,47,743 per bhori (11.664 grams), effective from 10am on Tuesday. In a notice issued on Tuesday morning, Bajus said the price of pure gold (tejabi) has increased in the local market, prompting the revision. According to the new rate, 21-carat gold will now cost Tk 2,36,604 per bhori, 18-carat gold Tk 2,03,187 per bhori, and traditional gold (Sanatan) Tk 1,65,920 per bhori, all including VAT. Bajus said the new prices will remain effective at all jewellery shops until further notice, though making charges will apply depending on jewellery design. Since VAT is already included in the selling price of gold and silver ornaments, customers cannot be charged VAT separately. The organisation added that its existing rules on making charges, wastage and stone deductions will remain unchanged for ornament exchange and purchase. Bajus last adjusted gold prices on the morning of August 22, when the rate of 22-carat gold was increased by Tk 5,482 per bhori to Tk 2,46,110, including VAT. At that time, 21-carat gold was priced at Tk 2,35,030 per bhori, 18-carat gold at Tk 2,01,846, and traditional gold at Tk 1,64,812 per bhori. So far in 2026, gold prices have been adjusted 107 times in the domestic market, with 55 hikes, 51 cuts, and one VAT adjustment. Meanwhile, silver prices remained unchanged. Currently, 22-carat silver is being sold at Tk 5,482 per bhori, 21-carat at Tk 5,249, 18-carat at Tk 4,491, and traditional silver at Tk 3,383 per bhori. Silver prices have been adjusted 64 times so far in 2026, with 34 hikes and 30 cuts.

The Bangladesh Jeweller's Association (BAJUS) has once again raised gold prices in the local market, increasing the rate of 22-carat gold to Tk 2,46,110 per bhori. BAJUS announced the new rate in a notice on Saturday morning, effective from 10am the same day. The trade body said the price of pure gold has increased in the local market, prompting the revision of gold prices, inclusive of VAT. According to the new rate, 21-carat gold will now cost Tk 2,35,030 per bhori (11.664 grams), while 18-carat gold will be priced at Tk 2,01,846 per bhori. Traditional gold will cost Tk 1,64,812 per bhori. BAJUS said the new prices will remain effective at all jewellery shops until further notice, though making charges will vary depending on ornament design. Since VAT is already included in the sale price of gold and silver ornaments, jewellers cannot charge VAT separately from customers. The association's existing rules for ornament exchange and purchase, excluding specified VAT, making charges and stone costs, will remain unchanged. BAJUS last adjusted gold prices on August 20, when the rate of 22-carat gold, including VAT, was raised by Tk 3,849 to Tk 2,40,628 per bhori. At that time, 21-carat gold was priced at Tk 2,29,781 per bhori, 18-carat at Tk 1,97,355 per bhori, and traditional gold at Tk 1,61,196 per bhori, rates that had also come into effect from 10am that day. With Saturday's adjustment, BAJUS has revised gold prices 106 times so far in 2026, raising rates 54 times, lowering them 51 times, and adjusting VAT once. Silver prices were also raised alongside gold. The price of 22-carat silver, including VAT, was increased by Tk 175 to Tk 5,482 per bhori. The new rate for 21-carat silver stands at Tk 5,249 per bhori, 18-carat at Tk 4,491 per bhori, and traditional silver at Tk 3,383 per bhori. BAJUS has adjusted silver prices 64 times in 2026, with 34 upward revisions and 30 downward revisions.

Customs intelligence officials have seized 1.812 kg of gold bars and sheets worth around  Tk 3.73 crore from a vehicle in the outer roundabout area of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (HSIA) in Dhaka. Acting on a tip-off, officials of the Air Freight Circle of the Customs Intelligence and Investigation Directorate (CIID) with assistance from intelligence agencies present at the scene, stopped the vehicle for a search. The driver, identified as Md Shamim Miah, abandoned the vehicle and fled when it was stopped for inspection, according to CIID officials. After search 14 gold bars and 12 pieces of gold sheets were recovered. A further search recovered three mobile phones, including a new iPhone 17 Pro and two used phones, Tk 1,07,585 in cash, a used laptop, eight debit and credit cards of different banks, two driving licences and a National Identity Card, among other items. The seized items were subsequently inventoried at the Customs Hall by CIID officials and employees.

Bangladesh Jewellers Association (BAJUS) on Saturday raised the price of gold by Tk 4,374 per bhori, setting the price of 22-carat gold, including VAT, at Tk 234,038 per bhori. BAJUS announced the new rate in a notice issued on Saturday morning, saying it will take effect from 10am the same day. The trade body said the price adjustment was made in view of the rising price of pure gold in the local market. According to the new rate, 21-carat gold will now cost Tk 223,541 per bhori, 18-carat gold Tk 191,931 per bhori, and traditional gold Tk 156,822 per bhori, all inclusive of VAT. BAJUS said the new prices will remain effective at all jewellery outlets across the country until further notice, though making charges will vary depending on the design of ornaments. Since VAT is already included in the selling price of gold and silver ornaments, it cannot be charged separately from customers, the notice added. Existing BAJUS rules on ornament exchange and purchase, excluding specified VAT, making charges and stone costs will remain unchanged. The previous price adjustment was made on the morning of August 7, when BAJUS cut the price of 22-carat gold by Tk 3,266 per bhori to Tk 229,664, including VAT. At that time, 21-carat gold was priced at Tk 219,342, 18-carat at Tk 188,374, and traditional gold at Tk 153,848 per bhori, effective from 10am that day. With Saturday's revision, the price of gold has been adjusted 100 times in the local market so far this year, with 49 increases, 50 decreases, and one VAT-related adjustment. While gold prices went up, the price of silver remained unchanged in the domestic market. Currently, 22-carat silver, including VAT, is being sold at Tk 4,899 per bhori. Silver of 21-carat, 18-carat and traditional grades are being sold at Tk 4,666, Tk 4,024 and Tk 3,033 per bhori, respectively. Silver prices have been adjusted 61 times so far this year, with 31 increases and 30 decreases, according to BAJUS.

Jewellery brand SHREE Jewellers has shared details of the custom-made gold jewellery created for actress Rashmika Mandanna's wedding to actor Vijay Deverakonda, saying the entire design process took around 10 months. Rashmika and Vijay tied the knot in Udaipur on February 26, 2026. While their wedding photos drew widespread attention online, the bride's elaborate gold jewellery also became a major talking point. In an interview with NDTV, SHREE Jewellers said the project involved months of planning, design discussions, customisation, production and fitting sessions before the final look was completed. Rashmika's bridal jewellery featured 11 handcrafted gold pieces, including a layered choker, traditional harams, statement jhumkas, a jada billa (hair ornament), champasaralu, hathphool, mathapatti, nose pin, bangles, bajuband, waist belt and anklets. According to the jeweller, the collection was inspired by the grandeur of South Indian architecture. The bridal look was designed to reflect the image of a goddess, while Vijay's jewellery was created to give him the appearance of a royal king. Among the standout pieces was a layered Lakshmi rani haar featuring multiple strands, four paisley-shaped pendants and a Goddess Lakshmi motif at the centre. Rashmika also wore a gold pendant choker decorated with gold pearls and a large central pendant, along with intricately designed peacock jhumkas featuring twin peacock motifs. Another highlight was an ornate gold jada hair accessory with sculpted gold work and cascading chains designed to complement her hairstyle. Sharing images of the bridal jewellery on Instagram, SHREE Jewellers said each piece reflected tradition and craftsmanship, describing the collection as a tribute to heritage. The jeweller also designed Vijay Deverakonda's wedding jewellery, which featured motifs of elephants and tigers symbolising wisdom and strength, along with floral patterns and traditional Nakshi engraving. His jewellery included gold ear studs, a short necklace, a long necklace, a wrist cuff, an arm cuff, ankle kadas and a ring worn on his little finger. Source: NDTV

Bangladesh Jewellers Association (Bajus) has raised the prices of gold for the second consecutive day, pushing the rate of 22-carat gold up by Tk 2,741 per bhori to Tk 2,24,182, inclusive of VAT. In a notice issued Wednesday morning, Bajus said the revision followed a rise in the price of pure gold in the local market, prompting the fresh adjustment. The new rate came into effect from 10am the same day. Under the revised pricing, each bhori (11.664 grams) of 21-carat gold will now cost Tk 2,14,093, while 18-carat gold has been set at Tk 1,83,883 per bhori. Traditional gold will sell at Tk 1,50,232 per bhori, the notice said. Bajus said the new prices will remain effective at all jewellery outlets until further notice, though making charges will continue to apply depending on ornament design. Since VAT is already included in the selling price of gold and silver ornaments, jewellers cannot charge it separately from customers.   The association added that its existing rules on exchange and repurchase of ornaments, excluding specified VAT, making charges and stone costs, will remain unchanged. The previous adjustment came on the morning of July 21, when Bajus raised the price of 22-carat gold by Tk 1,633 per bhori to Tk 2,21,441, inclusive of VAT. So far in 2026, the price of gold has been revised 93 times in the domestic market, increased on 45 occasions, decreased on 47, and adjusted once for VAT. Alongside gold, the price of silver was also raised. The rate of 22-carat silver went up by Tk 175 per bhori to Tk 4,782. Similarly, 21-carat silver is now selling at Tk 4,549 per bhori, 18-carat at Tk 3,907, and traditional silver at Tk 2,974 per bhori. Silver prices have been adjusted 57 times so far this year, with 29 increases and 28 decreases.